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Health Effects

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Acute Health Effects:

From MSDS:Hazard IdentificationEMERGENCY OVERVIEWCAUTION: This product is an translucent solid with a pleasant fragrance. Direct contact with eyes may cause slight irritation. No adverse effects are anticipated to skin from normal use. No significant environmental effects. Not a fire hazard. Product is stable.This product is labeled in accordance with guidelines set forth in the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The use pattern and exposure in the workplace are generally not consistent with those experienced by consumers. The requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration applicable to this Material Safety Data Sheet may differ from the requirements of the FDand;C Act and as a result, this MSDS may contain additional health hazard information not pertinent to consumer use and not found on the product label.REGULATORY STATUSWhile this product is not considered to be hazardous under OSHA

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS:Due to the nature and composition of this product no subchronic/chronic health effects are anticipated. Nonetheless, the following effects have been reported for one of the products components.Ethyl Alcohol: Chronic oral studies in laboratory animals have resulted in effects such as liver damage, teratogenicity,embryotoxicity, and fetotoxicity. The newborns of alcoholic mothers may exhibit fetal alcohol syndrome. Humanconsumption of alcoholic beverages has been causally related to the occurrence of malignant tumors of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, and liver. Normal use of this product is not expected to produce these effects.

Carcinogenicity:

IARC classifies ethanol as ***Human Sufficient Evidence

First Aid:

EYES: Rinse eyes with plenty of water until no evidence of product remains. Get medical attention if pain or irritation develops.SKIN: First aid measures not required.INGESTION: Treat symptomatically and supportively. If vomiting occurs, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration. Dilution by rinsing the mouth and giving water or milk to drink is generally recommended.INHALATION: First aid measures not required.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: The physicians judgment should be used to control symptoms and clinical condition based on the individual reactions of the patient.

No unusual handling requirements. Do not get in eyes. Do not take internally.Store in original containers in a cool dry area. Storage areas for large quantities (warehouse) should be well ventilated. Keep the containers tightly closed when not in use.

Disposal:

This product is not a RCRA hazardous waste and can be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.